Get fit, start today!

The most passionate, charismatic and engaging instructors in the city teach Chicago Athletic Club classes. And since it’s included in your membership, why not try something new? Spinning, swimming, yoga, Zumba, Body Pump, ballet, boxing, Pilates, and everything in-between.

Finally conquer your fitness goals

No two people are alike and neither are our personal trainers.

Our highly sought-after trainers will work with members to create smart goals, specific from where you are now and where you want to be. They’ll meet with you and provide a comprehensive assessment, find any imbalances you have with your body and help your correct them. Our personal trainers give you complete individual, one-on-one attention; a holistic approach paired with engaging workout plans. Learn More >

Don’t be a stranger

We’re more than a gym, we’re a community.

Whether it’s in your spinning classes, toning up by the free weights, swimming laps in the Triathlon club, or hitting up the climbing wall, our members have made CAC a self-perpetuating community of communities. At CAC, members are encouraged to stay awhile, relax in our Wi-Fi equipped living room areas and sign up for meet-ups through community events or CAC gyms’ Facebook pages. Learn More >

Clip in and climb

Designed with both beginners and experts in mind, the CAC climbing walls feature a climbing surface that more closely resembles natural rock than anything on the market today.

It’s a great way to get out of your regular workout routine and into a robust social environment. And our facilities come equipped with an ever-changing assortment of routes and structures: crack climbing, a horizontal roof, dihedrals, arêtes, slab and endurance routes. In addition to this, Lincoln Park offers a sustained 30-degree overhang, Lakeview features a climbing wall and a bouldering cave and Evanston is home to two climbing walls, a bouldering cave and 46-foot high endurance routes. If you’re looking to shake up up your workout and get your adrenaline running, this is a great way to help improve your balance, coordination and flexibility while refining your arm, back and core strength. Learn More >

Keep your head above the water

We offer year-round access as well as a variety of training classes for swimmers at all skill levels.

With minimal impact on your joints, swimming is a great full body workout utilizing resistance training. Whether you’re a beginner perfecting your form or a master building endurance, our slew of classes and lessons will keep you driven and energized. Looking for private lessons? Team up with a personal swim instructor to maximize your workout. Family and Kids Swim classes are also available! Learn More >